Sakrale Geographie

Sakrale Geographie

By Elisabeth Heidenreich

Book Description

In Sakrale Geographie, Elisabeth Heidenreich ventures into uncharted territory by examining the intersection of sacred space, technology, and radical ideology. This groundbreaking exploration reveals how contemporary extremist movements navigate between ancient spiritual concepts and modern technological realities.

Drawing upon phenomenological and psychoanalytic approaches, Heidenreich maps the complex inner landscapes that drive certain individuals toward violent action. She investigates how sacred geography influences geopolitical thinking and behavior, offering readers a unique lens through which to understand the psychological and spiritual dimensions of contemporary conflicts.

The author demonstrates how religious worldviews can become intertwined with technological spaces, creating new forms of sacred territory in the digital age. By examining the technical, sacred, and psychological realms that shape extremist thinking, this work provides crucial insights into how spiritual concepts can be transformed and weaponized.

For readers interested in understanding the deeper spiritual and psychological forces that shape our world, this book offers a scholarly yet accessible analysis of how sacred geography continues to influence human behavior in unexpected ways. Heidenreich's interdisciplinary approach bridges religious studies, psychology, and geopolitics, making this essential reading for anyone seeking to comprehend the complex relationship between spirituality and contemporary global conflicts.

This work challenges readers to consider how sacred spaces and spiritual beliefs continue to shape political realities in our interconnected world.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages)

What You'll Discover

  • Explore War
  • Explore Terrorisme
  • Explore Jihad
  • Explore Terrorism, armed struggle
  • Explore Islamic fundamentalism
  • Explore Geopolitiek
  • Explore Ruimte (algemeen)
  • Explore Islam

Topics Covered

War Terrorisme Jihad Terrorism, armed struggle Islamic fundamentalism Geopolitiek Ruimte (algemeen) Islam Islam and politics Islam and world politics Het Heilige World politics Heilige oorlog

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